About Me

Experienced, qualified and sensitive, I provide a safe and very confidential space to explore your situation, work through difficulties and find a way forwards or through.

With over 16 years Counselling/Coaching experience I have worked for: 4 Addictions Charities: The NHS: The Police: The Police Firearms Service: The Priory: The NHS (staff counsellor working with staff of all grades ) and Private Practise.

Previously I worked in Residential Mental Health Rehabilitation and with the Children’s Team for Social Services.

My approach is warm, collaborative and values driven. I have a good sense of humour and although we may use some forms ,tools and podcasts as resources, You are the most important ingredient in the mix. I will strive to bring the best out in you. I never cease to be truly humbled by my clients in their willingness and ability to confront things and make big changes.

I'm an open minded person, generally interested in a wide variety of things but my abiding loves are; people, well-being, nature, justice, travel, music and good food!

My Qualifications: 

  • CBT TEAM Level 2 August 2022

  • Mental Health First Aid Trainer 2019.

  • Mental Health First Aider 2019.

  • CBT/REBT December Diploma 2016 - College of Cognitive Behavioural Therapists.

  • CBT Anxiety Management 2015.

  • BACP Certificate of Proficiency 2013

  • Registered Member of BACP

  • Post Graduate Certificate in Applied Positive Psychology ( University of East London) 2012

  • Motivational Interviewing 2010

  • Diploma in Integrative Counselling ( CBT, Psychodynamic, Transactional Analysis) 2009

  • Psychology of Vision - Steps to Leadership 2007

  • Certificate in Counselling Theory 2000

  • Certificate in Counselling Skills 2000

  • BA Hons Degree 1980